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Get a front row seat at CNBC’s events and hear directly from the visionary executives, innovators, leaders and influencers taking the stage at CNBC’s live events series, including Evolve, work, and more. Hear the best sound from the fireside chats, keynote talks, and panels, with added, behind-the-scenes commentary from the moderators and interviewers who were on stage at the event, and other CNBC beat reporters close to the action.
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Seattle Storm Forward Nneka Ogwumike has already built her legacy as a WNBA Champion with the Los Angeles Sparks in 2016. The MVP of league (also 2016). The first overall pick in 2012, and before that she brought Stanford to the Final Four, four years in a row. Now after the players opted out of their collective bargaining agreement her next challenge will be leading negotiations for a new contract in a pivotal time for women’s hoops. She spoke with CNBC “Squawk Box” Co-Anchor Becky Quick about the growth of the WNBA, advocating for players and her approach to leadership at the CNBC Sport: Inside the Business of Women’s Basketball event on April 5th 2025 during the Women's NCAA Final Four weekend. For information on upcoming events visit: CNBCevents.com
Throughout his 10-year NFL career, Brandon Copeland had a side hustle: teaching financial skills to college students at the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania. Known by his teammates as “the money professor,” he opens up his playbook on how to win the money game when it comes to spending, saving, and budgeting, spending, and talks about why building a strong financial foundation is crucial for your future. He spoke to CNBC’s Senior Personal Finance Correspondent Sharon Epperson at the CNBC Your Money College Tour at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. For more personal finance content right to your inbox sign up for the Money 101 Newsletter:CNBC.com/Money101 To see upcoming events visit: CNBCevents.com
After graduating from college, Tiffany James was struggling to pay off student loan debt when a colleague suggested she try her hand at investing. She dove in and learned the basics, figured out a formula that worked and made millions. Now she’s teaching others to do the same after starting Modernblkgirl, a wealth-building community for women. She shares her story, gives tips on how to get started investing and strategies for achieving financial freedom. She spoke to CNBC’s Senior Personal Finance Correspondent Sharon Epperson at the CNBC Your Money College Tour at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. For more personal finance content right to your inbox sign up for the Money 101 Newsletter:CNBC.com/Money101 To see upcoming events visit: CNBCevents.com
When it comes to money, knowledge is power. CNBC’s Your Money College Tour brings experts and influencers to college campuses for a crash course in personal finance. At The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, students got budgeting, saving, and investing advice from former NFL player Brandon Copeland, financial therapist Steven M. Hughes, and investor Tiffany James. Hosted by CNBC Senior Personal Finance Correspondent Sharon Epperson, this podcast highlights some of the best they had to say. For more personal finance content right to your inbox sign up for the Money 101 Newsletter: CNBC.com/Money101 To see upcoming events visit: CNBCevents.com
Ben Affleck is taking a self-described radical approach to an industry he says has been too slow to embrace change. The Oscar winning Actor/Director/Producer is teaming up with RedBird Capital Partners Founder Gerry Cardinale to reimagine the business of moviemaking. The duo spoke with CNBC “Squawk on the Street” Co-Anchor David Faber at the CNBC’s Delivering Alpha Investor Summit on November 13th, 2024. They share the strategy behind their new artist-led studio, Artist Equity, how it’s changing the financial format of Hollywood, and what the emergence of artificial intelligence means for artists and their art.CNBCevents.com
Live sports have become an increasingly valuable asset, driving audiences and ad dollars to record highs. Three leaders in media share how they are playing, and winning the game of streaming sports:Lori Conkling, YouTube Global Head of TV, Film and Sports PartnershipsRick Cordella, NBC Sports PresidentHans Schroeder, NFL EVP of Media DistributionThis conversation was moderated by CNBC Senior Media & Tech Correspondent Julia Boorstin at the Gameplan Sports Business Summit hosted by CNBC and Boardroom on September 10th 2024.
Whether it’s Fanduel, Draftkings, or Fanatics, sportsbooks have taken the sports world by storm as more states have legalized sports betting. Four major players in the industry join CNBC’s Contessa Brewer and share where they see the business heading, how they approach bringing the casino to your couch, and the challenges that come with their goal to grow gambling. This conversation features:Marie Donoghue, DraftKings Chief Business and Growth OfficerChristian Genetski, FanDuel PresidentMatt King, Fanatics Betting and Gaming CEOCarsten Koerl, Sportradar Founder and CEO It was recorded on September10th 2024 at the GamePlan Sports Business Summit hosted by CNBC & Boardroom.
Trian Partners and its founder Nelson Peltz have made proxy fights their focal point. Most recently with a very public proxy battle with Disney. Peltz shares the strategy behind his proxy battles, a behind-the-scenes story about Elon Musk and President Trump, and much more in a wide-ranging interview with CNBC “Money Movers” Co-Anchor Sara Eisen. Their conversation was a part of CNBC’s Delivering Alpha Investor Summit on November 13th 2024.CNBCevents.com
Many women cite money as their number one source of stress, impacting mental and emotional health. On March 5th CNBC convened financial experts to educate, empower and elevate by sharing their knowledge at CNBC’s Women & Wealth event. This podcast includes some highlights from:Jean Chatzky - HerMoney Founder & CEOJennifer Shahade - Poker and Chess Pro; Author: “Play Like a Champion”Bola Sokunbi – Clever Girl Finance Founder & CEO Our next Women & Wealth Event on September 25th is focused on seizing your financial power. Sign up to attend virtually at cnbcevents.com
For women in poverty, it can be nearly impossible to meet even the basic needs of their children. Kelly Sawyer Patricof and Norah Weinstein are on a mission to change that. Their company, Baby2Baby, uses high-tech logistics to provide relief to impoverished families quickly and efficiently. Hear them speak at CNBC’s Changemakers Summit about how diapers are making a difference for millions of families. CNBC.com/ChangemakersCNBCevents.com
Inspired by their personal experiences, CEOs Jessica Chang and Laura Modi founded businesses to help mothers looking to get back into the workforce. Bobbie, founded by Modi, is the only mom-founded and led infant formula company in the US. Upwards, founded by Chang, is the largest childcare network in the United States. Hear them discuss leading as working moms, and the true power that comes from defying expectations.CNBC.com/ChangemakersCNBCevents.com
AI tools can make the quantitative work of financial planning easier, but relying too much on tech can backfire. CNBC Senior Personal Finance Correspondent Sharon Epperson speaks with Tim Maurer, Chief Advisory Officer of SignatureFD and member of the CNBC Financial Advisor Council, about the promise and peril of AI and the importance of a holistic approach to financial planning.CNBCevents.com
Two Changemakers, Fannie Mae CEO Priscilla Almodovar and NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman, share their experience as trailblazers in leadership roles, highlighting the challenges and opportunities that come with being a pioneer. They spoke with CNBC Senior Personal Finance Correspondent Sharon Epperson at the CNBC Changemakers Summit.CNBC.com/ChangemakersCNBCevents.com
The first inaugural CNBC Changemakers Summit in April 2024 brought together several incredible women to celebrate the accomplishments and impact of the 40 women on the CNBC Changemakers list. The day featured inspirational interviews and talks from many of the Changemakers themselves. In this podcast you’ll hear highlights from (in order of appearance):-Cathy Engelbert, WNBA Commissioner-Priscilla Sims Brown, Amalgamated Bank CEO-Kate Ryder, Maven Clinic Founder & CEO-Ana Cabral, Sigma Lithium CEO & Co-Chairperson-Dr. Angela Shippy, AWS Senior Physician Executive-Kristin Peck, Zoetis CEO-Gina Raimondo, U.S. Secretary of Commerce-Priscilla Almodovar, Fannie Mae CEO-Jessica Berman, National Women’s Soccer League Commissioner-Geetha Murali, Room to Read CEO-Norah Weinstein, Baby2Baby Co-CEO-Kelly Sawyer Patricof, Baby2Baby Co-CEO-Laura Modi, Bobbie Co-Founder & CEO-Jessica Chang, Upwards Co-Founder & CEO-Svanika Balasubramanian, rePurpose Global Co-Founder & CEO -Misty Copeland, American Ballet Theatre Principal Dancer CNBC.com/Changemakers CNBCevents.com
Misty Copeland began ballet lessons at 13. A prodigy, she was dancing en pointe just three months later, all while her family faced housing insecurity. In 2015, the trailblazing ballerina became the first African American woman to become a principal dancer at the American Ballet Theatre. CNBC Senior Media & Tech Correspondent Julia Boorstin spoke with Copeland at the CNBC Changemakers Summit. She discusses her illustrious career, overcoming adversity and her mission to make the dance community more inclusive for all. CNBCevents.com
The WNBA is having a moment. In 2023, the league had its most-watched regular season in 21 years. It also announced its first expansion team since 2008. Following one of its most anticipated drafts—with Caitlin Clark and several other generational players joining the league—CNBC Senior Media & Tech Correspondent Julia Boorstin interviewed WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert at the CNBC Changemakers Summit on April 18th, 2024. She discusses the league’s remarkable growth, addresses player pay and shares why this could be a pivotal year in women’s sports.CNBCevents.com
How is the new Speaker of the House navigating a divided government? Mike Johnson didn’t aspire to be the Speaker of the House, but that’s where he ended up and it’s where he intends to stay if his party can maintain control of the chamber for the next Congress. In this wide-ranging conversation with CNBC Senior Washington Correspondent Eamon Javers in front of an audience of CEOs, Speaker Johnson talks about the Fed, civility in politics, the Trump Verdict and much more.CNBCevents.com
Economist and MIT Professor Daron Acemoglu shares his latest research regarding the threat that AI poses to the workforce, and what governments and businesses must do to keep humans at the center of the AI revolution.
According to a recent report, most Gen Xers are failing to meet retirement savings targets, even as they approach retirement age. So how can Gen Xers reach their financial and retirement goals? Two experts, Lazetta Braxton and Dan Doonan, share their advice.
For many artists, the advent of generative AI is downright scary – an existential threat to their livelihoods. But for Alex Pall and Drew Taggart (aka: Grammy award-winning duo The Chainsmokers) AI represents an opportunity for creators to use new tools to deepen expression and reach wider audiences. Which is why their new Venture Capital firm, Mantis VC, is focused on tech and AI investments. The duo shares their investment thesis and their insights on the intersection of AI and creativity.
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